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Best Public Schools in Wayland, MA


At a glance
5
Schools
2,649
Students
4
5-star schools
Top rankedWayland Middle School3rd of 484 Massachusetts middle schools
Biggest riser
Wayland High School up 12 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Wayland High School 10.8 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
5★
4★
Summary:

The city of Wayland, Massachusetts is home to 6 highly-ranked schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools consistently outperform state averages and are among the top-performing in Massachusetts, with several standout institutions.

Wayland High School is the district's crown jewel, ranked 7th out of 349 Massachusetts high schools and earning a 5-star rating. It boasts exceptional test scores, a 97.7% 4-year graduation rate, and a low 0.5% dropout rate. Wayland Middle School is also a standout, ranked 3rd out of 484 Massachusetts middle schools with similarly impressive academic performance. At the elementary level, Loker School and Happy Hollow School are among the top 40 elementary schools in the state, with high proficiency rates across ELA, Math, and Science.

The Wayland school district invests heavily in its students, spending between $18,271 and $21,127 per student, well above the state average. This investment is reflected in the district's small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios ranging from 9.4 to 13 students per teacher. Overall, the data paints a picture of a high-performing school district that consistently delivers exceptional educational outcomes for its students, making Wayland an attractive option for families seeking a top-tier public school system.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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